Does this week qualify as a lull in blockbuster game releases? Games like Monster Hunter Tri for the Nintendo Wii would beg to differ. I would even admit moderate interest in Sherlock Holmes vs. Jack the Ripper for the Xbox 360. I might even check out the first wave of arcade classics being released for… Read More »

I have to admit, I downloaded Game Room with a few preconceived notions about how it would pan out. I assumed it would be emulated arcade games with little to no thought put to them other than an approximate mapping of original controls to the 360 controller. I assumed that the focus would be on… Read More »

Cue the intro music and traffic helicopter sound effects, it’s time for another TMG News: Evening Edition for Thursday, March 25, 2010. Game Room launched yesterday. But for some users, excitement turned to disappointment as they encountered problems downloading or accessing the free software. Luckily, the issue was quickly resolved and everyone should now have… Read More »

This week is a testament to how diverse gaming can be. You need only look at this week’s highlights. Just Cause 2, for instance, is a sequel to a sandbox game that first appeared on the original Xbox. While playing an American operative with instruction to undermine and destabilize a banana republic, you’ll be able… Read More »

After a four year hiatus, Microsoft brought back their Xbox-focused expo in San Francisco, CA today. Here’s a breakdown of the major announcements. Those of you that have the Halo 3: ODST disc will be able to access the Halo Reach multiplayer beta on May 3. Mark your calendars! Dead Rising 2 release dates have… Read More »

Announced at Microsoft’s conference at CES last night, the Game Room is a virtual space where players can relive their retro arcade memories on Xbox 360 on Xbox LIVE or in Games for Windows LIVE on any Windows-based PC. Developed by Krome Studios who gave us Viva Piñata: Party Animals and Star Wars: Republic Heroes,… Read More »